Question

first in line: iowa and new hampshire
part i. testing tradition. should the tradition of iowa and new hampshire voting first be restored and continue for both parties? some people say yes. others have proposed alternative plans. review the options and write one advantage or one disadvantage next to each one.

options
advantage or disadvantage
if it aint broke
iowa and new
hampshire continue
to go first for both
parties.
share the privilege
a new state goes first
every election cycle.
make it national
hold a national
primary. every state
votes on the same day.
its a regional thing
divide the u.s. into
regions. assign each
region a date and
rotate which goes first.

part ii. state your case. which option do you think should be implemented? explain your answer.

Explanation:

• If It Ain't Broke: Advantage - Maintains historical precedent and familiarity. Disadvantage - May not represent diverse national interests.
• Share the Privilege: Advantage - Gives different states a voice upfront. Disadvantage - Lack of consistency in early - stage campaign focus.
• Make it National: Advantage - Equalizes influence across all states on one day. Disadvantage - Overwhelming logistical challenge.
• It's a Regional Thing: Advantage - Reflects regional diversity in early voting. Disadvantage - Complexity in regional rotation and fairness perception.

For Part II, if choosing "If It Ain't Broke": The tradition has historical significance, allowing candidates to test their messages in smaller, more intimate settings (like Iowa caucuses and New Hampshire primaries). It also provides a clear, established early - stage process that the media, candidates, and voters are accustomed to. However, if one believes in more equal representation from the start, "Share the Privilege" could be chosen as it spreads the initial spotlight.

Answer:

• If It Ain't Broke: Advantage - Maintains historical precedent; Disadvantage - Limited early - stage diversity.
• Share the Privilege: Advantage - Spreads early influence; Disadvantage - Campaign inconsistency.
• Make it National: Advantage - Equal state influence day; Disadvantage - Logistical nightmare.
• It's a Regional Thing: Advantage - Regional representation; Disadvantage - Rotation complexity.

For Part II (example answer if choosing "If It Ain't Broke"): The "If It Ain't Broke" option should be implemented. The long - standing tradition of Iowa and New Hampshire going first has allowed for a time - tested process of candidate vetting. Candidates can refine their messages in these relatively small, engaged electorates. The media and political ecosystem are also attuned to this process, providing a familiar framework for the start of the presidential primary season.